This week’s Photo of the Week was taken by Robert Lawton at The Post in Seattle, WA.
“Robert does several things that make this image successful,” points out Mandana Namvar (Director of Photography). “First, he starts with a great, even exposure. He uses a combination of the available light coming in from the large windows and a bounce flash to create an even image with great window detail.” Casey Sachen (Manager of Photography, Eastern Region) agrees, adding “Robert maintains excellent window detail, showing the great view from the lounge area.” He adds, “The perfect exposure of this image shows the wonderful area that a potential renter can lounge in.” Vern Steinman (Manager of Photography, Eastern Region) goes further: “Robert was able to create what looks like an overcast day so that you can still see some detail on the buildings outside the area.” Contrary to logic, overcast days actually provide better lighting for photographs than do sunny days. Vern reiterates that “Robert did an excellent job of controlling his flash.”
“The image is also impressive,” adds Vern, “in that the white chairs in the foreground did not get over-exposed.” “By including the two swivel chairs in the composition,” adds Mandana, “Robert created an intimate living space. He also included the large column, which gives it a loft-like, urban feel.” Overall, Vern points out that “the image has good symmetry, which makes it very appealing.” He does this by using the plant and the TV to bookend the photo which, in turn, gives it a balanced look. Robert also makes very good use of our signature three-wall approach, which gives the viewer an accurate sense of the space and architecture of the area by using three walls to frame the shot.
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